Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Question of the Week

What is the next Jewish holiday on the calendar?


Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar

Wednesday, December 19
BSI, 4:30 PM
for students Pre K through 7th Grade

Sunday, December 23
NO CJCRS


Things to think about


BSI Winter Break
Wednesday, December 19 will be our last class of 2012.  We look forward to seeing you in 2013 when school resumes on January 9.

BSI at Barnes & Noble was a success!
Thank you to all the students and parents that came out to support our BSI @ B&N day!  Enjoy this clip video of our students singing "Lots of Latkes".

Camp Ramah Darom Scholarships
Scholarship money for new and returning campers at Ramah Darom is available from the B’nai Zion Helen Hanan Memorial Scholarship Fund.  If you are interested,please click here to apply.

Cough and Cold and Flu, Oh my!
It’s the time of year when many people are facing illness.  Please remember, if your child is sick enough to stay home from their public/private school, they should also stay home from Hebrew school.  If you have any questions, please contact Jason.

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Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Question of the Week

A Chanukah math question:
When lighting one menorah, how many total candles will you light during the entire holiday of Chanukah?


Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, December 12
BSI, 4:30 PM
for ALL students Pre K through 12th Grade
Chanukah Candle Lighting, 5:45 PM
Pizza Dinner, 6:00 PM


Friday, December 14
Family Friday Night Services and Dinner, 5:45 PM

Saturday, December 15
Junior Congregation, 10 AM

Sunday, December 16
CJCRS, 9:30 AM


Things to think about

Bring your own Chanukah Menorah on December 12
Wednesday night, December 12th, we light the fifth Chanukah candle.  As a school, BSI will be lighting the menorah as well.  If you would like to bring your own chanukiah to light, please feel free.  Candles will be supplied by the school.

BSI at Barnes & Noble was a success!Thank you to all the students and parents that came out to support our BSI @ B&N day!  Enjoy this clip video of our students singing "Lots of Latkes".

Camp Ramah Darom Scholarships
Scholarship money for new and returning campers at Ramah Darom is available from the B’nai Zion Helen Hanan Memorial Scholarship Fund.  If you are interested, please contact Jason for an application.

Chanukah Family Friday Night Dinner on December 14
Join us as we bring fun to Friday night!  Snacks at 5:30pm, services at 5:45 pm, and a dinner of Chinese cuisine with Mens’ Club made latkes, and sufganiyot to top it all off at 6:30pm. RSVP to Marcia.

BSI Winter Break
Wednesday, December 19 will be our last class of 2012.  We look forward to seeing you in 2013 when school resumes on January 9.

Cough and Cold and Flu, Oh my!
It’s the time of year when many people are facing illness.  Please remember, if your child is sick enough to stay home from their public/private school, they should also stay home from Hebrew school.  If you have any questions, please contact Jason.

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Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Question of the Week

What year did the first Barnes & Noble Bookstore open in New York City?


Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, December 5
BSI at Barnes & Noble, 4:30 PM
for students Pre K through 7th Grade
*Please see schedule below

Saturday, December 8
Shabbat services followed by Kiddush luncheon and AIPAC briefing, 9:45 AM
Junior Congregation, 10 AM

Sunday, December 9
CJCRS, 9:30 AM


Things to think about


BSI @ Barnes & Noble - Tomorrow, Dec. 5
Beit Sefer Ivri hits the road this week, Dec. 5.  BSI will be held at Barnes & Noble at Hamilton Place.  School will start at the regular time, 4:30 PM.  We will meet by the stage in the childrens book section.  The day will include a number of Chanukah arts and crafts, games and fun!  Teachers will be guiding the Pre-K to 7th grade students through all of the activities around the store.
All parents are invited for a Chanukah song session and menorah lighting, led by our students, at 5:45pm*.  (*Please note the slight time change)
Dismissal will follow at 6:00pm for all students.  If you have any questions, please contact Jason.

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Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Question of the Week

The schools of Hillel and Shammai argued about many Jewish laws and customs.

How many candles did Shammai think we should light on the FIRST night of Chanukah?


Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, November 28
BSI, 4:30 PM
for ALL students Pre K through 12th Grade

Saturday, December 1
Junior Congregation, 10 AM

Sunday, December 2
CJCRS, 9:30 AM


Things to think about


BSI @ Barnes & Noble, Dec. 5
Beit Sefer Ivri hits the road on Dec. 5.  BSI will be held at Barnes & Noble at Hamilton Place.  School will start at the regular time, 4:30 PM.  We will meet by the stage in the childrens book section.  The day will include a number of Chanukah activities for all of our Pre-K to 7th grade students.  All parents are invited for a Chanukah menorah lighting and song session, led by our students, at 6 PM.  If you have any questions, please contact Jason.

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Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Question of the Week

This deep fried item is considered the Israeli treat to eat during Chanukah.

Announcemnts for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, November 14
BSI, 4:30 PM
for ALL students Pre K through 12th Grade

Saturday, November 17
Junior Congregation, 10 AM

Sunday, November 18
CJCRS, 9:30 AM


Things to think about


No BSI next week, Nov. 21
Enjoy the Thanksgiving break; Beit Sefer Ivri will be closed on Nov. 21.  Happy Turkey Day!

BSI @ Barnes & Noble, Dec. 5
Mark your calendars!  Beit Sefer Ivri hits the road on Dec. 5.  BSI will be held at Barnes & Noble at Hamilton Place.  School will start at the regular time, 4:30 PM.  The day will include a number of Chanukah activities for all of our Pre-K to 7th grade students.  All parents are invited for a Chanukah menorah lighting and song session, led by our students, at 6 PM.  If you have any questions, please contact Jason.

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Thanks to our "Wear your Ramah T-Shirt Day" participants!


Tuesday, November 6, 2012

Question of the Week

Jewish math time:
The days of the Omer ÷ the years in the shemitah cycle = ???


Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, November 7
BSI, 4:30 PM
for students Pre K through 7th Grade

Saturday, November 10
No Junior Congregation

Sunday, November 11
CJCRS, 9:30 AM


Things to think about


The 6th Annual Wear Your Ramah T-Shirt Day, Nov. 7
Join Ramah campers and alumni from California to Canada to Israel by wearing your Ramah t-shirt to BSI on Nov. 7.  We'll take a special Ramah photograph to share with the whole world!

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Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Question of the Week

Halloween is Wednesday.  On what Jewish holiday do we celebrate by dressing in costume?

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, October 31
BSI, 4:30 PM
for  ALL students Pre K through 12th Grade
(Please note: school ends at 6 PM)

Sunday, November 4
CJCRS, 9:30 AM


Things to think about

Classes ending early on Oct. 31
Beit Sefer Ivri will end at 6 PM on October 31.  We hope all students have a safe night.

The 6th Annual Wear Your Ramah T-Shirt Day, Nov. 7
Join Ramah campers and alumni from California to Canada to Israel by wearing your Ramah t-shirt to BSI on Nov. 7.  We'll take a special Ramah photograph to share with the whole world!

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Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Question of the Week

Benjamin Netanyahu is the current Prime Minister of Israel.  Where did he go to college?



Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, October 24
BSI, 4:30 PM
for students Pre K through 7th Grade

Saturday, October 27
Junior Congregation, 10:00 AM
USY Shabbat Lunch, 12:00 PM

Sunday, October 28
CJCRS, 9:30 AM


Things to think about

Open Shabbat at Ramah Darom, Nov. 2-4
Last chance to register:
NEW Affordable Pricing!
$118 per family for cabin housing
$136 per family for hotel housing
Click here to register!
Last chance to sign up for the Open Shabbat at Ramah Darom on Nov. 2-4. Join 18 BZ adults and children plus 60 others from around the south for this wonderful Shabbat experience! Final registration is due by Oct. 25.
For additional information and registration visit www.ramahdarom.org/programs or call Amy Bram at 404.477.1037

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Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Question of the Week

We have just started the new month of Cheshvan.  Why do some refer to this month as "MarCheshvan"?

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, October 17
BSI, 4:30 PM
for ALL students Pre K through 12th Grade

Saturday, October 20
Junior Congregation, 10:00 AM

Sunday, October 21
CJCRS, 9:30 AM
Family trip to the Zoo, 3:00 PM


Things to think about

Open Shabbat at Ramah Darom, November 2-4
NEW Pricing!
$118 per family for cabin housing
$136 per family for hotel housing
Click here to register!
Open Shabbat at Ramah Darom is the perfect opportunity to experience the magic of camp with your family. Whether you are a part of a small community and want to connect with families from other communities like your own or your child goes to Ramah Darom during the summer and you want to experience it with
them, Open Shabbat is for you!
For additional information and registration visit www.ramahdarom.org/programs or call Amy Bram at 404.477.1037

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Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, October 10
NO BSI

Saturday, October 13
Bar Mitzvah of Murray Lebovitz, 9:30 AM

Sunday, October 14
NO CJCRS



BSI Question of the Week

No question because of fall break.  The question will return for class on Oct. 17!



Things to think about

BSI resumes October 17
Please enjoy the fall break and we will see you back in class on Oct. 17!
 
Bark Miztvah, October 14 at 3:00 p.m.
Blessings for your pet, a bark mitzvah certificate & a doggie bag to boot!
Bring old towels or can of dog food for our local pet shelter.
Join us in the B’nai Zion parking lot.
RSVP for your pet to Marcia at bzmarcia@gmail.com or 894-8900 so we can have a special Bark Mitzvah Certificate ready!

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Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Question of the Week

Chag Sukkot Sameach!  Happy Sukkot!
Shaking the Lulav and Etrog is a fun part of this wonderful holiday.

What three species make up the Lulav?

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, October 3
BSI, 4:30 PM
for ALL students Pre K through 12th Grade
Dinner in the Sukkah begins at 6 PM

Friday, October 5
Shabbat/Sukkot service and dinner in the Sukkah, 6 PM

Saturday, October 6
Junior Congregation, 10:00 AM

Sunday, October 7
NO CJCRS



Things to think about

BSI Fall Break on October 10
There will be no school on October 10.  Please enjoy the fall break and we will see you bcak in class on Oct. 17!

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Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Announcements for this Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, September 26
Yom Kippur Jr. Congregation, 11:00 AM

Saturday, September 29
Junior Congregation, 10:00 AM

Sunday, September 30
CJCRS, 9:30 AM
USY decorates the Sukkah, 12:00 PM




BSI Question of the Week

No question of the week today.  It will return next week!



Things to think about

High Holy Day Jr. Congregation
Join this fun and meaningful service for children in 3rd through 7th grade.
We will meet in the Chapel.
Sept. 26, Yom Kippur

BSI is back on October 3
Don't forget to RSVP for our Dinner in the Sukkah after school!  Click here to let us know if you can join us.

Shofar Idol Results
Congratulations to our new BZ Junior Congregation Shofar Idol Rebecca Dzik.  She did such a great job that she even got to blow shofar during the final blasts of Rosh Hashanah.
Be sure to wish her Mazal Tov when you see her!

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Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, September 19
BSI, 4:30 PM
for ALL students Pre K through 12th Grade

Sunday, September 23
CJCRS, 9:30 AM
Kadima program, 12:00-1:30 PM

Wednesday, September 26
Yom Kippur Jr. Congregation, 11:00 AM




BSI Question of the Week

No question of the week today.  It will return next week for Yom Kippur Jr. Congregation!



Things to think about

BSI is open TODAY!!!
Hebrew school is in session today, Sept. 19.
See you this afternoon!

Shofar Idol Results
Congratulations to our new BZ Junior Congregation Shofar Idol Rebecca Dzik.  She did such a great job that she even got to blow shofar during the final blasts of Rosh Hashanah.
Be sure to wish her Mazal Tov when you see her!

High Holy Day Jr. Congregation
Join this fun and meaningful service for children in 3rd through 7th grade.
We will meet in the Chapel.
Sept. 26, Yom Kippur
Featuring "Shul Feud"

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Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Question of the Week

There are several traditional greetings for Rosh Hashanah in Hebrew.  Find one and tell it to Jason.

Announcements for this Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, September 12
BSI, 4:30 PM
for students Pre K through 7th Grade

Sunday, September 16
NO CJCRS

Monday, September 17
Rosh Hashanah Jr. Congregation, 10:30 AM

Tuesday, September 18
Rosh Hashanah Jr. Congregation, 10:30 AM



Things to think about

High Holy Day Jr. Congregation
Join this fun and meaningful service for children in 3rd through 7th grade.
We will meet in the Chapel.
Sept. 17, Rosh Hashanah Day 1
Featuring "Shul Feud"
Sept. 18, Rosh Hashanah Day 2
Featuring "Shofar Idol"

BSI is open on September 19
Hebrew school is in session on Sept. 19.  See you then!
 
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Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Question of the Week

What is the name of the prayer book we use on Rosh Hashanah?

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, September 5
BSI, 4:30 PM
for ALL students Pre K through 12th Grade

Sunday, September 9
CJCRS, 9:30 AM
Family Apple Picking, 12:00 PM



Things to think about

 
Family Apple Picking, September 9, 12:00 PM follwoing CJCRS
Meet at B'nai Zion to carpool and caravan to Wheeler's Apple Orchard in Dunlap.  RSVP by sending Rabbi Tendler your favorite Sukkot recipe or activity to be compiled and distributed the day of-- as souvenirs and helpful hints of what to do with all of them apples!

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Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Question of the Week

What is the only kosher animal that cannot be used to produce a shofar?

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, August 29
BSI, 4:30 PM
for students Pre K through 7th Grade

Saturday, September 1
Bat Mitzvah of Micaela Simms, 9:30 AM

Sunday, September 2
NO CJCRS



Things to think about

 
Apple Picking, September 9 follwoing CJCRS
Save the date for this fun family outing.  More information coming soon.

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Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Question of the Week

This past Saturday and Sunday we celebrated Rosh Chodesh, the beginning of a new month.  What month are we now in?

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, August 22
BSI, 4:30 PM
for ALL STUDENTS - Pre K through 12th Grade
Dinner following school at 6:00 PM

Friday, August 24
Family Friday Night Service and Dinner, 6:00 PM

Sunday, August 26
CJCRS at BZ, 9:30 AM



Things to think about

 
Family Friday Night, August 24 at 6:00 PM
Our first family service of the year!  Promises to be a fun family Friday night.  You don’t have to be a family to join in the ruach.  Followed by dinner of
hot dogs & hamburgers.  We’re bringing fun to Friday nights!  RSVP for dinner TODAY! Costs: Adults - $10, Youth ages 8 to13 - $5, Children ages 2 to 8 - $3, Children under age 2 - free
To RSVP: Click here or email Marcia.

Apple Picking, September 9 follwoing CJCRS
Save the date for this fun family outing.  More information coming soon.

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Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Announcements for the Week

CJCRS this Sunday!
August 19, 9:30 AM
at B'nai Zion

And mark your calendars for the first day of BSI
August 22 at 4:30 PM

Dinner at 6 PM


and join us for our first...
Family Friday Night
August 24 at 6:00 PM

Click here for more information.


2012-2013 Online BSI Registration

Thank you to all the families that have already registered!  If you haven't yet done so, click the link below:

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Announcements for the Week


Don't miss the first day of CJCRS this Sunday!
August 12, 9:30 AM at B'nai Zion

********

And mark your calendars for
the first day of BSI
August 22 at 4:30 PM
Dinner at 6 PM



2012-2013 Online BSI Registration

Thank you to all the families that have already registered!  If you haven't yet done so, click the link below:

Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Slideshow!

Enjoy the slideshow.  Have a great summer.  See you on August 22!


Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, May 16
BSI, 4:30pm
for ALL grades: Pre-K through 12th
End of the Year Assembly and Dinner, 6:00pm

Saturday, May 19
Junior Congregation, 10:00am




BSI Question of the Week

Thanks for participating in this great new program.  Look for it to return in August!



Things to think about

 
BSI End of the Year Assembly and Dinner, May 16
On May 16th we will celebrate the completion of our year at Beit Sefer Ivri. There will be a fabulous dinner, awards, video slideshow, and much more. Help us to end the year on a high note! Regular classes will be held from 4:30-6pm. Families are invited to join us at 6pm in the social hall for the program. Please RSVP to Jason.

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Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Question of the Week

Besides Shavuot, what other two holidays are known as pilgrimage festivals?

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, May 9
BSI, 4:30pm
for grades: Pre-K through 7th

Saturday, May 12
B'nai Mitzvah of Georgi & Garrison Pregulman, 9:30am



Things to think about

 
BSI End of the Year Assembly and Dinner, May 16
On May 16th we will celebrate the completion of our year at Beit Sefer Ivri. There will be a fabulous dinner, awards, video slideshow, and much more. Help us to end the year on a high note! Regular classes will be held from 4:30-6pm. Families are invited to join us at 6pm in the social hall for the program. Please RSVP to Jason.

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Thursday, May 3, 2012

Celebration of Israel - THIS SUNDAY!

Don't miss this fun Israel program on Sunday.  RSVP today!


Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Question of the Week

Shavuot is the next major Jewish holiday on the calendar.  What do we celebrate on Shavuot?

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, May 2
BSI, 4:30pm
for ALL grades: Pre-K through 12th Grade

Saturday, May 5
Teacher Appreciation Shabbat, 9:45am

Sunday, May 6
CJCRS, 9:30am
School ends early to allow everyone to attend the Celebration of Israel
Celebration of Israel (Riverpark), 11:30am





Things to think about

 
Teacher Appreciation Shabbat, May 5
Join us at Shabbat services this week to honor our teachers.  We hope all of our BSI families, parents and students, will come and celebrate the amazing work our Hebrew school teachers.  A Kiddush Luncheon for the entire congregation will follow services.

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Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Question of the Week

Yom HaAtzmaut is Thursday.  Happy Birthday Israel!

Question: Who was the first president of Israel?

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, April 25
BSI, 4:30pm
for ALL grades: Pre-K through 12th Grade
(Please note change:
All classes will meet this week)


Friday, April 27
Customize your Friday Night Experience, Dinner at 6:15pm
(See detailed schedule below)

Saturday, April 28
Junior Congregation, 10:00am

Sunday, April 29
CJCRS, 9:30am



Things to think about


Customize your Friday Night Experience THIS WEEK!
Join us at BZ this Friday night, April 27, for the return of a different kind of Shabbat service:
5:30pm - Family Service led by Jason Cathcart
6:15pm - Shabbat Dinner for the congregation
7:00pm - Traditional Service led by Rabbi Cantor
We hope to have even more families and congregants join us for this fun and exciting evening.  Please consider being a sponsor for the Shabbat dinner. Sponsorship levels are $50 and $100. If you would like to help fill the social hall with ruach and community, please contact Vicki Cathcart today!

Teacher Appreciation Shabbat, May 5
Please save the date an plan on attending Shabbat services to honor our teachers.  More information will be available soon.  A Kiddush Luncheon for the entire congregation will follow services.

Get the BSI App for your smartphone
Get up to date announcements, question of the week, resources and more right on your smartphone!  Follow this link to install.

Ashrei and Kiddush Society Online
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Thursday, April 19, 2012

Special Shabbat Dinner on April 27


Customize your
Friday Night Experience
April 27

Be sure to join us at BZ for a different kind of Shabbat service: 
5:30pm - Family Service led by Jason Cathcart
6:15pm - Shabbat Dinner for the congregation
7:00pm - Traditional Service led by Rabbi Cantor

~MENU~
Brisket, barley casserole, candied carrots,
broccoli, challah, desserts.
Kids: Chicken nuggets, tater tots
Veggie: Veggie burgers

Due to the generosity of our sponsors, this dinner is free to the congregation.
If you would like to be a sponsor please contact Vicki Cathcart or Marcia Menuskin.

Please RSVP by Wednesday, April 25!

Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Special Announcement

Classes for our students in Gan (Pre-K & Kindergarten), Bagrut (8th-10th grade) and Confirmation (11th & 12th grade) are cancelled for tomorrow. All other students will have class.


We apologize for the inconvenice.

Question of the Week

Yom HaAtzma'ut (Israel Independence day) is on April 26.  For the next few weeks we'll have questions about Israel!

- How many members are there in the Israeli Knesset (parliament)?

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, April 18
BSI, 4:30pm
for ALL grades: Pre-K through 12th Grade

Saturday, April 21
NO Junior Congregation

Sunday, April 22
CJCRS, 9:30am



Things to think about


Customize your Friday Night Experience returns on Apr. 27
Join us at BZ on April 27 for the return of a different kind of Shabbat service:
5:30pm - Family Service led by Jason Cathcart
6:15pm - Shabbat Dinner for the congregation
7:00pm - Traditional Service led by Rabbi Cantor
We hope to have even more families and congregants join us for this fun and exciting evening.  Please consider being a sponsor for the Shabbat dinner. Sponsorship levels are $50 and $100. If you would like to help fill the social hall with ruach and community, please contact Vicki Cathcart today!

Confirmation & Teacher Appreciation Shabbat, May 5
Please save the date an plan on attending Shabbat services to honor our teachers and confirmation students.  More information will be available soon.  A Kiddush Luncheon for the entire congregation will follow services.

Get the BSI App for your smartphone
Get up to date announcements, question of the week, resources and more right on your smartphone!  Follow this link to install.

Ashrei and Kiddush Society Online
Want to learn the Ashrei?  Ever want to lead the Kiddush on Shabbat morning? Now you can learn it online!
Click below to start learning right away.
Become a member of the Ashrei Society and theKiddush Society.

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, April 11
BSI, 4:30pm
for grades: Pre-K through 7th Grade

Saturday, April 14
Junior Congregation, 10:00am

Sunday, April 15
CJCRS, 9:30am




BSI Question of the Week

One more week off for the question.  Look for questions about Israel starting next week!



Things to think about


It's Pesach!
Since everyones customs are different in how they "keep Passover", please do not bring snacks into the synagogue today.  We will be providing a Kosher for Passover snack of fruit and macaroons.

Customize your Friday Night Experience returns on Apr. 27
Join us at BZ on April 27 for the return of a different kind of Shabbat service:
5:30pm - Family Service led by Jason Cathcart
6:15pm - Shabbat Dinner for the congregation
7:00pm - Traditional Service led by Rabbi Cantor
We hope to have even more families and congregants join us for this fun and exciting evening.  Please consider being a sponsor for the Shabbat dinner. Sponsorship levels are $50 and $100. If you would like to help fill the social hall with ruach and community, please contact Vicki Cathcart today!

Get the BSI App for your smartphone
Get up to date announcements, question of the week, resources and more right on your smartphone!  Follow this link to install.

Ashrei and Kiddush Society Online
Want to learn the Ashrei?  Ever want to lead the Kiddush on Shabbat morning? Now you can learn it online!
Click below to start learning right away.
Become a member of the Ashrei Society and theKiddush Society.

Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, April 4
NO BSI

Saturday, April 7
NO Junior Congregation

Sunday, April 8
NO CJCRS


Things to think about


No BSI this week
This week, April 4, there will be no classes at BSI .  Classes resume on April 11! There also is no Jr. Congregation or CJCRS this weekend.  For your calendar questions, visit the BSI calendar.
 
Customize your Friday Night Experience returns on Apr. 27
Join us at BZ on April 27 for the return of a different kind of Shabbat service:
5:30pm - Family Service led by Jason Cathcart
6:15pm - Shabbat Dinner for the congregation
7:00pm - Traditional Service led by Rabbi Cantor
We hope to have even more families and congregants join us for this fun and exciting evening.  Please consider being a sponsor for the Shabbat dinner. Sponsorship levels are $50 and $100. If you would like to help fill the social hall with ruach and community, please contact Vicki Cathcart today!

Congregational Meeting changed to Tuesday, April 10
Please join us for this V.I.M. (Very Important Meeting!) at 6:30pm after Minyan on April 10.  As this will be during Passover, there will be no food served.

Get the BSI App for your smartphone
Get up to date announcements, question of the week, resources and more right on your smartphone!  Follow this link to install.

Ashrei and Kiddush Society Online
Want to learn the Ashrei?  Ever want to lead the Kiddush on Shabbat morning? Now you can learn it online!
Click below to start learning right away.
Become a member of the Ashrei Society and theKiddush Society.

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Question of the week

Pesach questions #3

What is mechirat hametz?


Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, March 28
BSI, 4:30pm
for ALL grades: Pre-K through 12th Grade

Saturday, March 31
Junior Congregation, 10:00am

Sunday, April 1
NO CJCRS



Things to think about


No BSI next week
There will be no classes at BSI next week, April 4.  For your calendar questions, visit the BSI calendar.
 
Congregational Meeting changed to Tuesday, April 10
Please join us for this V.I.M. (Very Important Meeting!) at 6:30pm after Minyan on April 10.  As this will be during Passover, there will be no food served.

Get the BSI App for your smartphone
Get up to date announcements, question of the week, resources and more right on your smartphone!  Follow this link to install.

Cough and Cold and Flu, Oh my!
It’s the time of year when many people are facing illness.  Please remember, if your child is sick enough to stay home from their public/private school, they should also stay home from Hebrew school.  If you have any questions, please contact Jason.

Ashrei and Kiddush Society Online
Want to learn the Ashrei?  Ever want to lead the Kiddush on Shabbat morning? Now you can learn it online!
Click below to start learning right away.
Become a member of the Ashrei Society and theKiddush Society.

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Question of the Week

Pesach question #2:

What does the word Seder mean in English?

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, March 21
BSI, 4:30pm
for grades: Pre-K through 7th Grade

Saturday, March 24
NO Junior Congregation

Sunday, March 25
CJCRS, 9:30am



Things to think about


Yes, there is BSI this week!
We are having classes at BSI this week, March 21.  For your calendar questions, visit the BSI calendar.
 
Congregational Meeting & Chili Supper: Tuesday, March 27
Please join us for this V.I.M. (Very Important Meeting!) at 6:30pm after Minyan on March 27.  There is no Charge for the meal, but please RSVP.

ALL NEW: The BSI App for your smartphone
Get up to date announcements, question of the week, resources and more right on your smartphone!  Follow this link to install.

Cough and Cold and Flu, Oh my!
It’s the time of year when many people are facing illness.  Please remember, if your child is sick enough to stay home from their public/private school, they should also stay home from Hebrew school.  If you have any questions, please contact Jason.

Ashrei and Kiddush Society Online
Want to learn the Ashrei?  Ever want to lead the Kiddush on Shabbat morning? Now you can learn it online!
Click below to start learning right away.
Become a member of the Ashrei Society and theKiddush Society.

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Question of the Week

It's four weeks until Pesach begins: that means four weeks of Pesach questions!

In what Hebrew month is Pesach celebrated?

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, March 14
BSI, 4:30pm
for grades: Pre-K through 7th Grade

Saturday, March 17
Junior Congregation, 10:00am
Kiddush Luncheon after services sponsored by the Cantor Family

Sunday, March 18
NO CJCRS



Things to think about


Another succesful year for the BZ Hebrew School Purim Basket Project!
Thanks to all the families that participated in our BSI Mishloach Manot Fundraiser.  Still haven't picked up your basket?  Wednesday, March 14 will be your last chance.  Contact Jason with any questions.

Yes, there is BSI next week!
We will be having classes at BSI next week, March 21.  For your calendar questions, visit the BSI calendar.
 
ALL NEW: The BSI App for your smartphone
Get up to date announcements, question of the week, resources and more right on your smartphone!  Follow this link to install.

Cough and Cold and Flu, Oh my!
It’s the time of year when many people are facing illness.  Please remember, if your child is sick enough to stay home from their public/private school, they should also stay home from Hebrew school.  If you have any questions, please contact Jason.

Ashrei and Kiddush Society Online
Want to learn the Ashrei?  Ever want to lead the Kiddush on Shabbat morning? Now you can learn it online!
Click below to start learning right away.
Become a member of the Ashrei Society and theKiddush Society.

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Question of the Week

How are Mordechai and Esther related?

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, March 7
BSI, 4:30pm
for ALL grades: Pre-K through 12th Grade

Saturday, March 10
Bat Mitzvah of Rachel Dzik, 9:30am
NO Junior Congregation

Sunday, March 11
CJCRS and Purim Carnival, 9:30am




Things to think about




BZ Purim Bash!, Wednesday, March 7 at 6:00pm

Join us as we bring in the holiday with food and fun.  Selections from the Megillah, BSI students singing Disney-style Purim songs from our children, laughter and more.  It’s guaranteed to be a good time!  RSVP to Jason or Marcia today!

Another succesful year for the BZ Hebrew School Purim Basket Project!
Thanks to all the families that participated in our BSI Mishloach Manot Fundraiser.  Baskets will be available for pick up
on Wednesday, March 7 at the B'nai Zion Purim Bash!  Also on March 8 & 9 at B’nai Zion and March 11 at CJCRS Purim Carnival.

ALL NEW: The BSI App for your smartphone
Get up to date announcements, question of the week, resources and more right on your smartphone!  Follow this link to install.

Cough and Cold and Flu, Oh my!
It’s the time of year when many people are facing illness.  Please remember, if your child is sick enough to stay home from their public/private school, they should also stay home from Hebrew school.  If you have any questions, please contact Jason.

Ashrei and Kiddush Society Online
Want to learn the Ashrei?  Ever want to lead the Kiddush on Shabbat morning? Now you can learn it online!
Click below to start learning right away.
Become a member of the Ashrei Society and theKiddush Society.

Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Question of the Week

Purim questions: How many sons did Haman have?

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, February 29
BSI, 4:30pm
for grades Pre-K through 7th Grade

Saturday, March 3
Shabbat Services lead by USY Convention, 9:45am
NO Junior Congregation

Sunday, March 4
CJCRS, 9:30am



Things to think about


Another succesful year for the BZ Hebrew School Purim Basket Project!
Thanks to all the families that participated in our BSI Mishloach Manot Fundraiser.  Baskets will be available for pick up
on Wednesday, March 7 at the B'nai Zion Purim Bash!  Also on March 8 & 9 at B’nai Zion and March 11 at CJCRS Purim Carnival.

ALL NEW: The BSI App for your smartphone
Get up to date announcements, question of the week, resources and more right on your smartphone!  Follow this link to install.

BZ Purim Bash!, Wednesday, March 7 at 6:00pm
Join us as we bring in the holiday with food and fun.  Selections from the Megillah, Disney-style Purim songs from our children, laughter and more.  It’s guaranteed to be a good time!  RSVP to Jasonor Marcia

Cough and Cold and Flu, Oh my!
It’s the time of year when many people are facing illness.  Please remember, if your child is sick enough to stay home from their public/private school, they should also stay home from Hebrew school.  If you have any questions, please contact Jason.

Ashrei and Kiddush Society Online
Want to learn the Ashrei?  Ever want to lead the Kiddush on Shabbat morning? Now you can learn it online!
Click below to start learning right away.
Become a member of the Ashrei Society and theKiddush Society.

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Question of the Week

Queen Esther was also known by another name.  What is her other name?

Announcements for the Week


Weekly Calendar


Wednesday, February 22
BSI, 4:30pm
for ALL grades Pre-K through 12th Grade

Saturday, February 25
Junior Congregation, 10:00am

Sunday, February 26
CJCRS, 9:30am



Things to think about


BZ Hebrew School Purim Basket Project closes on Thursday
Only one week left to participate in the BSI Mishloach Manot Fundraiser.  Contact Jason Cathcart for your personal login code then visit HappyPurim.com to purchase. It's that easy!

ALL NEW: The BSI App for your smartphone
Get up to date announcements, question of the week, resources and more right on your smartphone!  Follow this link to install.

BZ Purim Bash!, Wednesday, March 7 at 6:00pm
Join us as we bring in the holiday with food and fun.  Selections from the Megillah, Disney-style Purim songs from our children, laughter and more.  It’s guaranteed to be a good time!  RSVP to Jasonor Marcia

Cough and Cold and Flu, Oh my!
It’s the time of year when many people are facing illness.  Please remember, if your child is sick enough to stay home from their public/private school, they should also stay home from Hebrew school.  If you have any questions, please contact Jason.

Ashrei and Kiddush Society Online
Want to learn the Ashrei?  Ever want to lead the Kiddush on Shabbat morning? Now you can learn it online! Click below to start learning right away.
Become a member of the Ashrei Society and the Kiddush Society.